International students have come to Canterbury College since 1988. Study in our friendly school and reach your goals with help from qualified and experienced teachers, in small, student-centred classes. We are a school known for a strong academic focus and fun student life. Canterbury College is an associate member of English New Zealand (see www.englishnewzealand.co.nz/membership/associates) and the college has a 3-year NZQA audit cycle - download our audit report from www.nzqa.govt.nz
Students choose Canterbury College because.
Academic Reputation is our strongest selling point – our Director of Studies has been with the college for 17 years, and is a published IELTS textbook writer.
We have a wide range of nationalities.
We have a strong Cambridge FCE preparation class.
All levels of General English are offered. The average class size is 6-8 (maximum 12).
Our regular school-wide Level Checks provide a proven path to real improvement.
We are offering a Promotion of 1 free week for every 5 weeks of full-time study.
Our Coffee Club, short-term Barista Training, and Friday and Weekend Activities make sure our students enjoy New Zealand life as well as studying!
Facilities
- Cheerful redecorated Classrooms and Self-study rooms, Free internet access and computer-assisted learning
- Restaurant (Free hot lunch if you are a Canterbury College homestay student, discount for other students)
- Student Common Rooms/Kitchens.
- Walk to banks, bus exchange, cafes and lots of shops!
Services
Diagnostic Testing, Individual Study Plan, English Language Programmes, Individual Tuition, International Examination Centre (TOEIC), Arranging Further Study, Visa Application Help, Homestay and Apartment Accommodation, Weekly Student Activities, Free Tea and Coffee available, Weekend Trips, Coffee Club.